baber/WOPTO huggingface dataset:
Patent GB-2391993-A (GB)
Title: System for generating the grammar of a spoken dialogue system
Inventor: HOROWITZ DAVID
IPC: G10L15/183
Filed: 2002-04-30
Abstract: A grammar coverage tool operates on sets of sentences which can be can be expressed as ordered sequences of word class tags. A set of sentences is submitted to the tool. Previously, each sentence has been marked as either a positive or negative example with respect to some previously determined preference criterion. The entire set has been tagged so that each word is assigned its appropriate word class tag. The entire set is divided into 2 parts: a training set, and a test set. The training set is re-written as set of binary vectors, where each tag which occurs in the training set is an attribute. The order of tags is important. The binary vectors are then submitted to an algorithm which will induce a decision tree which classifies the training set into positive and negative examples. Since each possible path through the tree corresponds to a rule, the tree yields a set of rules for distinguishing positive and negative sentences. The rules are expressed in terms of the attributes, i.e. the word class tags. These rules can be applied to the test set, in order to reclassify each member sentence as positive or negative. A comparison is then made with the original and authentic classification for the test set. Thus, the % error rate can be calculated. If the error rate is too high, the process can be re-run with a larger volume of training data, until an acceptably low error rate is achieved. The induction of decision trees may use either the ID3 algorithm, or the C4.5 algorithm.
Patent GB-2392784-A (GB)
Title: Apparatus and method for reconfiguring antenna elements
Inventor: SCHAFFNER JAMES H
IPC: H01Q5/15
Filed: 2002-04-01
Abstract: Method and apparatus for actuating switches in a reconfigurable antenna array. Micro electro-mechanical system (MEMS) switches span gaps between antenna elements disposed on an antenna substrate. An integrated optic waveguide network which directs optical energy towards the MEMS switches is contained in a superstrate disposed above the antenna elements and substrate. The MEMS switches are formed on a semi-insulating substrate. When illuminated, the resistance of the semi-insulating substrate is lowered so as the reduce the resistance between the control contacts. The antenna array is reconfigured by directing optical energy to the photo-voltaic cells connected to selected MEMS switches to close those MEMS switches, thereby electrically connecting selected antenna elements and by directing optical energy to the semi-insulating substrate of selected MEMS switches to open those MEMS switches, thereby electrically disconnecting selected antenna elements.
Patent GB-2402616-A (GB)
Title: A bed convertible between a bunk bed and a convertible bed
Inventor: GRANT DANIEL
IPC: A47C19/20
Filed: 2003-12-08
Abstract: The present invention provides a convertible bed comprising a first unit (2) defining a first berth, a second unit (3) defining a second berth, and a linkage mechanism joining the first unit to the second unit; the second unit being locatable, in a first state, above the first unit and in contact or proximity therewith such that the convertible bed comprises a single useable berth, being the second berth; the second unit being locatable, in a second state, above the first unit and spaced apart therefrom (see fig 2) such that the convertible bed comprises two useable berths, being the first and second berths, in a bunk-bed configuration; the second unit being locatable, in a third state, beside the first unit (see fig 3) such that the convertible bed comprises two useable berths, being the first and second berths, in a double-bed configuration; wherein the linkage mechanism (4,4a) allows movement of the second unit relative to the first unit such that the convertible bed can be moved between first, second and third states. The linkage may contain pulley, pivots, hinges, cams and may rotate or pivot during operation. A biasing means which may be a spring, may be provided to urge the bed into position.
Patent GB-2409509-A (GB)
Title: Pinch valve
Inventor: SMITH PETER JOHN
IPC: F16K7/06
Filed: 2003-12-24
Abstract: A normally closed pinch valve to control the flow of liquids through a passage and comprising a housing (10) with a hopper (11) for feeding liquid into and through a length of flexible tube (14) normally held in the closed condition by a pinch means (18)(19) under the action of a spring (15). The tube (14) is anchored to a fixed housing member (22) by a tab (21) and is opened by the pinch means (18) (19) attached to the tube wall (20) and movable in the direction of arrow (23) to draw the tube into an open condition.
Patent GB-2410796-A (GB)
Title: Sequence specific DNA analysis
Inventor: ZHU JIAHUI RAY DREW
IPC: C12Q1/68
Filed: 2004-02-05
Abstract: A method is provided for sequence-targeted analysis of one or more desired regions of interest within one or more nucleic acid samples comprising the steps of: combining the plurality of nucleic acid samples - if there are more than one - to form a pooled population nucleic acid sample; amplifying the desired region(s) of interest from within the nucleic acid sample by use of the polymerase chain reaction using one or more pairs of primers; optionally normalising the concentration of resultant PCR products; combining them to form a pooled PCR product; creating a nucleotide library from the pooled PCR product; and analysing individual clones isolated from the library. The method may be used for single nucleotide polymorphism (snp) analysis.
Patent GB-2398528-A (GB)
Title: A spray device
Inventor: HARTLEY BRIAN
IPC: B05B7/24
Filed: 2003-10-09
Abstract: A spray device is provided in which a spray stem section (23) is secured within a passage (110) of a spray device body (25). The stem section (23) is readily removable to allow easy cleaning and also is normally made of materials, which allow disposal after use of the stem section (23). In order to allow such use of plastics materials, in particular the stem section (23) is associated with the passage (110) such that seal elements (26, 27, 28) isolate feed ports (103, 104) over a relatively broad communication band to gutter channels (108, 109) in the stem section (23). Normally a nozzle combination (107, 113, 114) is secured within a jet (102) such that this combination is also separately disposable. The nozzle combination (107,113,114) is held within the spray stem section (23) using a spray hood (115).
Patent GB-2411016-A (GB)
Title: Creating links to web sites from text data
Inventor: SKINNER RICHARD JOHN
IPC: G06Q30/00
Filed: 2004-02-13
Abstract: Apparatus (<B>121</B>) for processing text data (<B>1503</B>) from an affiliate site (<B>126</B>) on the Internet. The text data (<B>1503</B>) is processed (<B>1505</B>) with merchant item data (<B>906</B>) to identify instances of merchant items in the text data (<B>1503</B>). The text data is modified (<B>1506</B>) to include links to merchant items. The modified text data (<B>1508</B>) is then transmitted back to the affiliate site (<B>126</B>), where it is included in web pages supplied to browsing clients (<B>101</B>). When a browsing client (<B>101</B>) activates a link, the client's browser generates a URL that includes an affiliate ID, thereby permitting tracking of sales generated as a result of said text modification.
Patent GB-2412161-A (GB)
Title: A fabric central heating radiator cover
Inventor: USHER SUSAN
IPC: F24D19/06
Filed: 2004-03-17
Abstract: A fabric central heating radiator cover manufactured from a fire retardant material or cotton can be attached to the radiator by an elastic sewn into the edges of the cover or by hook and loop fasteners to permit the cover to be removed for cleaning. The cover may fit different sized radiators, may have pockets (8, fig 2) for storage and may have a decorative design which may be co-ordinated to a room in which the cover is to be used. The cover may be attached to the front of double radiators or boxed in radiators (fig 1) and would not cover any top vents or valves.
Patent GB-2412706-A (GB)
Title: Cam follower having a substantially conical portion
Inventor: TRUELOVE RONALD
IPC: F16H53/06
Filed: 2004-04-02
Abstract: A cam follower having a substantially cylindrical form with a cam engaging surface 51 to a base of the cylinder and a pushrod engaging surface 53 to the other end, is substantially hollow. A substantially cylindrical form tapers towards the pushrod engaging surface 53 such that the portion 52 of the cam follower bearing the pushrod engaging surface is substantially conicular.
Patent GB-2401231-A (GB)
Title: An alarm device for a referee
Inventor: ARCHIBALD STEVEN
IPC: A63B71/06
Filed: 2004-05-21
Abstract: Referees are provided with an alarm device 1, 10 that will deter defending players from pressurising the referee to accept shorter than the required minimum distance a, a' from the ball 2, 20 during a free-kick or penalty kick in a football or rugby match. The device ensures attacking players that the defending players are the appropriate distance from the ball during a free-kick or penalty kick. The alarm device 1, 10 comprises a measuring means for measuring the distance from the ball 2, 20 to a point a specific distance a, a' from the device, a detecting means for detecting the presence of an object located between the device 1, 10 and the point a, a', and an alarm means which is triggered when the detecting means has identified the presence of an object between the device 1, 10 and the point a, a'.
Patent GB-2409405-A (GB)
Title: Suction cleaner brush
Inventor: JOUNG MYOUNG-SUN
IPC: A47L5/30
Filed: 2004-07-23
Abstract: A dust agitator or brush (100 figure 1) suitable for a suction cleaner includes bristles 121, 122 having different thicknesses. A tuft may be made up of bristles of several thicknesses and embedded in a receiving hole 111 in a body 110. The bristles may have diameters between approximately 0.225mm and 0.275mm and between approximately 0.18mm and 0.220mm. Bristles of two different thicknesses may be used in equal ratios. The bristles may be arranged helically on the agitator body.
Patent GB-2416994-A (GB)
Title: Wound dressings
Inventor: BARSON CRAIG
IPC: A61F13/00
Filed: 2004-08-13
Abstract: A dressing for an infected wound includes a means to encourage micro-organisms to migrate from the infected wound into the dressing. The dressing incorporates a means for killing the micro-organisms within the dressing wherein the means for killing does not substantially leach from the dressing but kills the micro-organisms within the dressing itself. The dressing 2 may be of laminate structure and comprise a layer 4 through which bacteria can migrate, bonded to an antibacterial layer 6. Means may be provided to stimulate migration of organisms into the dressing, such as the application of an electrical, electromagnetic or radiative stimulus.
Patent GB-2405514-A (GB)
Title: Distributed Monitoring and Control System
Inventor: DIPPENAAR ALWYN JACOBUS
IPC: G05B23/02
Filed: 2004-08-27
Abstract: A modular monitoring and control system comprising a communication bus 10 for transferring data signals between modules of the system and for distributing electrical power to the modules. The system comprises a number of functional modules interconnected via the bus 10, including at least one fire and/or explosion detection module and at least one fire extinguishing module. Each functional module has a functional component, a processor for receiving and processing data from and/or sending data to the functional component, and a bus interface for transmitting data to and/or receiving data from other modules of the system. The modules are intended to operate without a central controller. The system also includes optional modules such as input/output modules, display modules, communications modules, surveillance modules and power supply modules. The system can be used in fire and explosion detection and suppression applications.
Patent GB-2410013-A (GB)
Title: Truck with endless loop transmission for steering drive
Inventor: GOETZ BERNHARD
IPC: B62D7/09
Filed: 2005-01-17
Abstract: An industrial vehicle such as a fork lift truck comprises two laterally spaced pivot plates (DS1, DS2 see fig 1), each providing mounting for at least one wheel (R1, R2 see fig 1). An endless loop such as a belt Z transmits a force from a steering actuator Ak to each pivot plate (DS1, DS2) via a cam plate Ro1, Ro2 for causing the wheels (R1, R2) to have differing steering angles during cornering. The cam plates Ro1, Ro2 are connected to an upper end of a hydraulic suspension arrangement. The piston KS of the actuator Ak is stationary relative to the axes VA1, VA2 of the pivot plates (DS1, DS2) and of rotor rods RS1, RS2. The suspension arrangement comprises pistons (K1, K2 see fig 1) which are rotatable to provide steering of respective wheels (R1, R2).
Patent GB-2411490-A (GB)
Title: Cam mechanism of a lens barrel with intersecting grooves of different widths
Inventor: NOMURA HIROSHI
IPC: G02B7/02
Filed: 2005-02-16
Abstract: A lens-barrel cam mechanism includes first and second ring members and cam grooves and cam followers formed on the ring members. A single groove/follower set (C17s, 17s), and a groove/follower group (C17f1, 17cf1, C17r1, 17cr1), including front (C17f1, 17cf1) and rear (c17r1, 17cr1) groove/follower sets are at different positions in the optical axis direction, and at different positions in a circumferential direction. The cam groove (C17s) of the single groove/follower set (C17s, 17s) intersects those of the groove/follower group (C17f1, 17cf1, C17r1, 17cr1), and condition (a) and/or (b) are satisfied: <SL> <LI>(a) the cam groove (C17s) of the single groove/follower set (C17s,17s) is wider than that of the groove/follower group (C17f1, 17cf1, C17r1, 17cr1), and <LI>(b) an interval (angle) (  r  1,   r  2,   r  3) between the cam groove (C17s) of the single groove/follower set (C17s, 17s) and that of the front groove/follower set (C17f, 17cf1) and an interval (angle) (  q  1,   q  2,   q  3) between the cam groove (C17s) of the single groove/follower set (C17s, 17s) and that of the rear groove/follower set (C17r1, 17cr1) in the circumferential direction are different. </SL>
Patent GB-2423361-A (GB)
Title: Time/Temperature Indicator
Inventor: LEONARD MICHAEL WILLIAM
IPC: G01K11/12
Filed: 2005-02-22
Abstract: The indicator comprises a substrate supporting a first and a second layer, the first layer comprising a dye which will change colour in the presence of an acid or a base, and the second layer comprising a neutral compound which, upon ultraviolet irradiation, forms an acid or a base, one of the first and second layers overlying the other of the first and second layers. The layers are in direct contact. The dye is a leuco dye in activated form and the neutral compound is be a photolatent base. Alternatively, the leuco dye is in its reduced form and the neutral compound is a cationic photoinitiator.
Patent GB-2426037-A (GB)
Title: Shower waste pump control
Inventor: LOCK GRAHAM ROBIN
IPC: F04D15/02
Filed: 2005-05-10
Abstract: A control device 10 for controlling a shower waste pump, comprises a housing 12 which is mountable to a supporting surface, and a pump setting means 14 located in and/or on the housing 12. The pump setting means selectively sets the maximum pumping capacity of the waste pump. The control device may include a control circuit for controlling voltage to the waste pump and a manually operable voltage control element for setting the maximum voltage at which the waste pump can be operated. The control device may comprise over-run setting means for selectively setting an over-run period during which the waste pump continues to operate after the fluid flow has ceased. The control device may have waste water sensing means including a flow detection device, which can activate the pump and vary its capacity.
Patent GB-2426265-A (GB)
Title: Roll stabilised unit with dual impellers and variable torque control
Inventor: SINDT OLIVIER
IPC: E21B7/06
Filed: 2005-05-21
Abstract: A roll stabilised unit comprises a tool housing (30) rotatably mounted within a tool collar (28), the tool housing (30) having rotatably mounted thereon a first impeller (36), a variable torque transmission arrangement (38) being provided to allow the torque transmitted from the first impeller (36) to the housing (30) to be controlled, and a second impeller (40) fixed relative to the housing (30) so as to be rotatable with the housing (30). The blades of the second impeller may be angled relative to the first impeller to counteract the torque. The control device may be electromagnetic, the first impeller may generate electricity.
Patent GB-2411397-A (GB)
Title: Method and plant for desalinating salt-containing water
Inventor: VAN ELS HANS JOSEF
IPC: F24S90/00
Filed: 2003-11-26
Abstract: Method and plant for desalinating salt-containing water, wherein the salt-containing water is passed through a heat exchanger(5) disposed in a basin (1) containing brine, whereupon the salt-containing water that has been heated in the heat exchanger (5) is passed through an evaporator (9) for evaporating at least part of the salt-containing water, after which the vapor thus formed is introduced into a condenser (12) so as to obtain water from which the salt has been removed. The plant for desalinating salt-containing water comprises a basin (1) that contains brine, in which a heat exchanger(5) is disposed, wherein means (6) for supplying the water to be desalinated are connected to an inlet of the heat exchanger (5), whilst an outlet of the evaporator (9) is connected to means for condensing the water vapour that has been formed in the evaporator (13, 12).
Patent GB-2419831-A (GB)
Title: Acoustic insulator
Inventor: CONNELLY TERENCE
IPC: B32B5/16
Filed: 2005-10-27
Abstract: An acoustical insulator 10 is made by depositing thermoplastic particulate 30 on a first surface 32 of a base layer 14. The particulate is heated such that it at least partially melts and penetrates the first surface of the base layer 14, thereby increasing density and airflow resistance of the base layer proximate the first surface 32, such that the base layer has an areal mass of 0.1 to 1.0kg/sq. m and an airflow resistance of 300 to 5000 Nscu.m proximate the first surface. The base layer may be a thermoplastic foam or a fibrous layer comprising natural and/or synthetic fibres. The particulate may be low density or high density polyethylene, polypropylene or polyethylene terephthalate and may be in the form of beads, pellets, flakes, granules, spheres, powder and/or fibres.
Patent GB-2420023-A (GB)
Title: Supporting system
Inventor: FLOYD GREGORY
IPC: H02G7/05
Filed: 2005-11-03
Abstract: The invention provides a support for holding cables, the support being formed from a non-conducting material and comprising a body 2 having a pair of open-ended curved end sections 4, 6 linked by a substantially straight section 8, one of the curved end sections being larger than the other, the smaller 6 of the curved end sections of the body 2 being twisted relative to the remainder of the body; and wherein the substantially straight section 8 and the larger curved section 4 are each provided with a moulded hole 12, 16 to enable fixing of the support 2 to a wall, ceiling or similar structure.
Patent GB-2418605-A (GB)
Title: Vehicle seat assembly having active head restraint system with upper and lower trigger mechanisms within the seatback
Inventor: HUMER MLADEN
IPC: B60N2/48
Filed: 2005-11-04
Abstract: A vehicle seat assembly 10 that includes a seatback frame 38 and an upper framework 50 moveably supported by the seatback frame 38. The upper framework 50 includes a head restraint 36 and a first impact body 56 ideally located in the thoracic region, and the upper framework 50 is operable to move in response to a predetermined force applied to the first impact body 56 to thereby move the head restraint 36 toward the occupant. The vehicle seat assembly also includes a lower framework 52 ideally in the pelvic or lumbar region that is operatively e.g. pivotally connected to the upper framework 50 and is operable to move toward the upper framework 50 in response to a predetermined force applied to the lower framework 52 and act on the upper framework 50 to move the head restraint 36 toward the occupant. The movement of the lower framework 52 is preferably guided by rod 76 within slots 88.
Patent GB-2420387-A (GB)
Title: Rotary air joint for pneumatic tool
Inventor: LEU KUO-JUNG
IPC: B25F5/00
Filed: 2005-11-09
Abstract: A rotary air joint includes a tool connector 10 fastened to an air inlet (T1 fig.1) of a pneumatic tool T, a plug member 20 coupled to and rotatable relative to the tool connector 10, a first rotary member 30 connected between the plug member 20 and a high-pressure air tube A and rotatable with the plug member 20 and the high-pressure air tube A relative to the tool connector 10, and a flow regulating member 40 mounted in the first rotary member 30 and coupled to the plug member 20 for regulating the flow rate of compressed air outputted from the high-pressure air tube A to the pneumatic tool T and allowing rotation of the first rotary member 30 with the plug member 20 relative to the pneumatic tool T.
Patent GB-2433041-A (GB)
Title: Cleaning a vehicle exhaust system filter
Inventor: MILLES DAVID HERBERT
IPC: B01D41/04
Filed: 2005-12-08
Abstract: Apparatus for cleaning a vehicle exhaust system filter (10, Fig 1) comprises a plurality of parallel elongate channels 12, means for introducing liquid into the channels for absorption by particulate matter present in the channels and means for rotating the filter (10, Fig 1) to move the particulate matter along, and out of the elongate channels. Preferably the channels are separated by walls of a porous, ceramic material of the filter. The channels may be open at one end 14 and closed by a plug 13a at a second end. Advantageously the apparatus may be used to clean wall flow filters such as continuously regenerating diesel particulate filters. Also disclosed is a method of cleaning a vehicle exhaust system filter (10, Fig 1).
Patent GB-2433152-A (GB)
Title: Bill acceptor and storage box
Inventor: YANG WEN-FU
IPC: B65H29/46
Filed: 2005-12-09
Abstract: In a bill acceptor for a money exchanging machine, bills pass through a verification device and are conveyed to be stored in a bill box 2. The bills are pressed by a presser board 155 into the bill box 2 where they are held by a spring-loaded bearing board 22. An optical sensor 13 detects whether there are any bills present in the box. The sensor 13 comprises a light emitter 131 which directs light towards refracting elements 133 on the lower side of the bearing board 22, from which the light is directed back up to a receiver, the optical path being blocked if a bill is present. There is also a sensor operated by a bar 24 to indicate when the box 2 is full.
Patent GB-2433845-A (GB)
Title: Computer with retractable socket
Inventor: SHABTAI AVIHAI A
IPC: H01R13/44
Filed: 2005-12-29
Abstract: A computing device 110 has a body and a socket 170. The socket has a retracted position in which it rests in a recess 150 of the body, and an extended position in which it extends beyond the body (see Fig 2). The recess may be large enough to hold an item 120 which is plugged into the socket, thereby allowing the item to be used without increasing the overall size of the computing device. The socket may be pivoted or may slide (see Figs 3, 4). The socket may be a serial communications socket, such as a USB socket. The device may be used in an industrial environment, eg in the driver's cab of a public service vehicle.